Tennessee Department of Correction officers will be keeping an eye on registered sex offenders to make sure they're complying with rules that require them to stay away from children.

Sue Siedentop, correctional administrator for TDOC, said the department enforces strict rules regarding sex offenders year round. But especially during Halloween, she said TDOC tries to provide an extra layer of accountability through "Operation Blackout."

"Our officers do a great job ensuring that offenders adhere to the conditions of their supervision," Siedentop said in a statement. "But during Halloween -- when thousands of children are going to be going door to door -- our officers will be out in the community to make sure that these kids have a safe night."

TDOC has about 3,300 registered sex offenders under its supervision. Rules to which they must agree on Halloween include:

Being in their homes by 6 p.m.

Not having any Halloween decor

Keeping porch lights turned off

Not distributing any Halloween candy

Not attending any Halloween functions

TDOC officers will canvas the state, visiting offenders determined to be a high risk to make sure they're in compliance.

In addition to the TDOC action, Siedentop recommends other tips for parents:

Go with children when trick-or-treating

If children do go out alone, make sure you know where they will be trick-or-treating